Multiple choice

For appointment of a Special Public Prosecutor, how many years of experience is required as a practicing advocate?

  1. 7 years

  2. 10 years

  3. 15 years

  4. 5 years

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Option (1) is incorrect: No such provision of 7 years under the Code of Criminal Procedure. Option (2) is correct: Under Section 24 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, the Central Government or the State Government may appoint an advocate who has been in practice for not less than ten years as a Special Public Prosecutor. Option (3) is incorrect: No such provision of 15 years under the Code of Criminal Procedure. Option (4) is incorrect: No such provision of 5 years under the Code of Criminal Procedure.